CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
TRAINING ASSISTANT
SALARY:
$40,037.09 - $51,784.63
DEPARTMENT:
Human Resources
Opening Date:
10/25/2023
Closing Date:
11/07/2023
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime paid pursuant to Human Resources policy
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direction, supports Macomb County’s countywide training and development program activities through providing administrative support tasks associated with program administration.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Organizes the training schedule including the coordination of countywide training classes, participant lists, completion, reporting, paperwork via interoffice mail and email, training materials, invoicing and data entry into the Learning Management System (LMS).
Coordinates countywide training programs, arranging venues, setting up training rooms, working with selected vendors, technology, ordering training materials, shopping and other functions.
Assists with document processing, including but not limited to, making copies, collating, building educational binders/handouts.
Organizes and restocks conference and training rooms, refilling supplies, and performing light custodial tasks as needed to keep these areas clean and well-kept.
Participates in the evaluation of performance and effectiveness of training programs, including recommendations for improvement.
Obtains, organizes, and develops training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials.
Organizes training sessions with administrative support and record trainee attendance.
Collects, reviews, and enters training information and data into the current Learning Management System in a timely and accurate manner.
Reviews, assesses, and recommends training courses and videos for appropriateness, applicability and need.
Generates training reports to support departmental needs.
Assists in providing certification documentation upon request.
Performs a variety of administrative and or clerical support activities.
Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
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Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Communications, Human Services, Education or a related field from an accredited college or university
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Previous experience providing administrative support to a training and development program is preferred
Required Licenses or Certifications
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
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Knowledge of traditional and modern training methods and techniques
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Microsoft Office and Google products, such as Googledocs and Googlesheets
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Various and specialty data processing computer systems, including Workday, Powerpoint, Canva and Presidio.
Skill in:
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Written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
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Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, Department Heads, elected officials and vendors
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Exercising independent judgment and initiative in analyzing problems and making recommendations
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Organization, project management, multi-tasking, and time management
Ability to:
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Speak and present information to large audiences in a clear, concise manner
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Take initiative to complete complex tasks and projects quickly and autonomously
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Meet deadlines and to prioritize duties with limited direction
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Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
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Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
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Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
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Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
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Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
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Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
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Work independently
